Description
Book SynopsisConsidering a career in nursing and want to understand what is involved? Ready to take the plunge and looking for advice on choosing a course and succeeding in your application? This book has been written for you.
Why do you need this book?
· Learn what it is like to be a nurse today and what you’ll need to get there, from personal qualities and values to practical work experience and entry requirements
· Understand the different routes into nursing and how to choose the right field
· Practical advice and activities help you to write a compelling application and practise for your interview
· Top tips from students, lecturers and nurses provide an insight into what to expect from the process, and how to avoid common pitfalls
Table of ContentsChapter 1: What is nursing today? Chapter 2: Do I have what it takes to be a nurse? Chapter 3: Entry requirements Chapter 4: Work experience and volunteering Chapter 5: What is involved in undertaking a nursing course? Chapter 6: Choosing the right field of nursing Chapter 7: The application process and choosing the right university Chapter 8: Preparing for the selection day Chapter 9: Numeracy and literacy tests Chapter 10: The selection day Chapter 11: What happens next
